Reviewing the Shapiro vs. O'Connor Religion Debate — Trent Horn

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Reviewing the Shapiro vs. O'Connor Religion Debate

Reviewing the Shapiro vs. O'Connor Religion Debate

Preacher: Trent Horn
Tradition: Roman Catholic
Published: Dec 6, 2023
Length: 28:21

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In this episode, Trent reviews the debate that recently took place between Ben Shapiro and Alex O'Connor on the question: Is religion good or bad for society? Support this podcast: https://trenthornpodcast.com Original Debate: https://youtu.be/yspPYcJHI3k?si=_f7rQVWj_ilDR2Q7 Dr Ortlund's Commentary: https://youtu.be/zlGa6jvcV1E?si=VOP5J4JwQXa3j1Lb The Lesson to Learn from Matt Dillahunty's Rage Quit: https://youtu.be/u7I3ChyE33U?si=cOKeqpPNkFd1qjyU 00:00 Intro 01:34 Is Religion Good? 04:08 Free Will 11:01 Using Atheist Logic 14:35 Changing the Topic 18:35 Non-Religious Societies 20:52 Emotivism 27:29 Wrap Up

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